Tift County

As of the latest available data, Tift County, GA, has a population of approximately 40,644. The racial composition is about 55% White, 33% Black or African American, and 10% Hispanic or Latino. The median household income is around $40,000, and the poverty rate stands at 23.7%. The gender distribution is fairly even, with females making up 51.8% of the population. The median age is 34.3 years. About 79.2% of residents have a high school diploma or higher, and 16.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

As of 2023, Tift County, Georgia, has a median home value of approximately $145,000. The average rent for a one-bedroom apartment is around $700 per month. Homeownership stands at about 62%, with rental properties making up 38%. The area has seen a moderate annual growth rate in home values, averaging around 2.5%. The majority of homes are single-family residences, with an average property tax rate of 0.8%. The housing market is considered affordable relative to the national average, making it an attractive option for both buyers and renters.

Tift County, GA holds various elections for positions at the county, state, and federal levels.

As of the most recent elections:

• Presidential Election (2020):

  • Donald Trump (R) received 9,425 votes (69.9%)
  • Joe Biden (D) received 3,976 votes (29.5%)

• U.S. Senate Special Runoff Election (2021):

  • Kelly Loeffler (R) received 8,971 votes (67.8%)
  • Raphael Warnock (D) received 4,262 votes (32.2%)

• Local Elections (Example: 2022 County Commissioners)

  • District 1: James Tweedy (R, incumbent)
  • District 3: Melissa Hughes (D, incumbent)
  • District 4: Scotty Sumner (R, incumbent)

• Key State-level Races (Governor, 2022 - Tift County results):

  • Brian Kemp (R) received 9,600 votes (70.1%)
  • Stacey Abrams (D) received 4,000 votes (29.1%)

For accurate, current information, visit the Tift County Board of Elections website

As of the latest data, Tift County, GA lags behind both national and state educational averages. The percentage of residents over the age of 25 in Tift County with a high school diploma or equivalent is approximately 80%, compared to the national average of around 88% and the Georgia state average of about 86%. For higher education, about 17% of Tift County residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher, significantly lower than the national average of roughly 33% and Georgia's average of 31%. These figures indicate that Tift County has lower educational attainment levels relative to broader benchmarks, reflecting potential challenges in local educational infrastructure and investment.

As of the most recent data, Tift County, GA, has an employment figure of approximately 19,000 people. The top industries in Tift County include healthcare and social assistance (about 20%), retail trade (approximately 15%), and manufacturing (around 12%). Educational services and agriculture are also significant sectors.

Compared to state and national averages, Tift County has a higher proportion of its workforce in healthcare and agriculture. Nationally, healthcare and social assistance account for roughly 14%, while agriculture is below 2%. For Georgia, healthcare and social assistance also make up about 14% of employment, highlighting Tift County’s relative strength in this sector.

Tift County's lower-than-average employment in professional, scientific, and technical services contrasts with national trends, where these fields account for a larger share of employment. This rural county's economic focus is more aligned with traditional industries like agriculture and healthcare.

As of the latest available data, Tift County, GA, has an average household income of approximately $49,000. This figure is significantly below both the national and state averages. Nationally, the average household income stands around $68,703, while the state of Georgia has an average household income of approximately $61,980. These disparities highlight a significant income gap at both the state and national levels.

This data underscores the economic challenges faced by residents in Tift County compared to broader averages.

As of the most recent data available, Tift County, GA has faced varying crime rates. The overall crime rate in Tift County was approximately 3,573 incidents per 100,000 residents. Key types of crimes include violent crimes and property crimes. Violent crimes reported included aggravated assault, robbery, and murder, while property crimes encompassed burglary, larceny, and motor vehicle theft.

These statistics highlight the need for ongoing community and law enforcement efforts to address crime in the area.